2016-17 GRAD Contest winners announced

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The Yeates School of Graduate Studies revealed the winners of the GRAD "Why Ryerson?" and "My Voice, Our Future" Contests at a special awards ceremony on Feb. 2, 2017.

Graduate students explained why they chose Ryerson for their graduate education - in 20 words or less. They also shared who they are and where they are headed after Ryerson in a 60-second "My Voice, Our Future" video.

"Why Ryerson?" Contest Winners

2nd Place: Joseph Ariwi, Spatial Analysis MSA"I chose Ryerson for my graduate education because of the depth of expertise and diversity of culture found on campus."

3rd Place: Anam Ahmad, Environmental Applied Science and Management MASc "Ryerson offers interdisciplinary graduate programs that connect all six academic faculties to help students achieve their personal and professional goals."

Honourable mention: Nelson Kimron Corion, Digital Media MDM "As an aspiring entrepreneur, resources available here will take me from where I am to where I want to be."

Honourable mention: Adriana Sgromo, Literatures of Modernity MA "Nowhere else has a practicum for English; that kind of opportunity is remarkable."

Honourable Mention: Christine Sweeny, MBA Global"I chose Ryerson for its ability to welcome a variety of students from diverse backgrounds into its community."